Springfield Elementary School

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Tracey Bailey--Special Education Teacher--Luray Elementary School "She has been an absolute wonderful person to work with and she takes such amazing care of her students. The relationships she builds and puts so much effort into are truly amazing. She’s such an asset to LES and we are so thankful for her! " --anonymous Thank you, Ms. Bailey, for helping to build those positive relationships with our school community. They truly do make a difference. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Jenny Bracken--Librarian --Page County High School "She is always willing to help with whatever needs done. She is a Jack of all trades. If she isn’t helping out the students, she is helping out her fellow teachers. She is quite literally amazing! " -- anonymous Thank you, Ms. Bracken, for always being willing to assist wherever you are needed. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Mrs. Kaitlin Sanders--3rd grade teacher--Springfield Elementary School "Mrs. Sanders is such a calm and caring presence in our children's lives. She is there guiding with a strong, loving grace everyday. Mrs. Sanders is their cheerleader and a constant calm supporter in their lives. Thank Mrs. Sanders!"--anonymous "I cannot say enough good things about Mrs. Sanders. She is an amazing teacher & role model to her students. She teaches from the heart & we are so thankful for her positive influence in our daughter's life. You rock Mrs. Sanders!"--anonymous Thank you, Mrs. Sanders, for being such a great role model for our students. You are so appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good Ms. Annetta Martz--Secretary/Bookkeeper --Stanley Elementary School "When I think of kindness, Mrs. Martz immediately comes to mind. She is very friendly, kind, welcoming, and patient. Every time I walk into the office she is right there to greet me & assist in any way. Thanks for being so kind all of the time." --anonymous Thank you, Ms. Martz, for always being kind and friendly to those you assist. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Mrs. Maria Wilson--Special Education Teacher--Springfield Elementary School "Mrs. Wilson has brought a new and fresh perspective to our school. I see how much of her heart she pours into not only her students, but her colleagues too. She has formed many relationships in our school community. I am proud to work along side her and call her a friend. "--anonymous Thank you, Mrs. Wilson, for all you give to our division. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Carol Lam--Transportation--Page County Public Schools "Carol is reliable, patient, kind, professional and fun. She truly has a caring heart and I couldn't be more grateful to have her drive my child to and from school. My son has special needs and Carol makes all accommodations to ensure he is comfortable during transport. She also engages excellent communication. I cannot give her enough praises for what she does."--Kara Turner Thank you, Ms. Lam, for taking such good care of students in getting them to and from school safely. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Shannon Montgomery-Atkins-- Bookkeeper--Luray High School "Shannon... she's amazing. She started as a special ed aide when my now sophomore was in 2nd or 3rd grade at Luray Elementary. When the program moved to Springfield, so did they. She's been there through the ups and very hard downs, she's held me when I cried, she's shared my joy in his milestones. I can't wait for her to be there sobbing with me when we watch my son get his diploma in 2024. I'm crying typing this out! She's such an amazing soul. I'm so glad to have her as my middle son began as a preschooler (and I'm heartbroken she won't be at preK for my youngest!!!). She's really such a special, special person." -- Fallon Brumback Shannon, Thank you so much for all you have done over the years for Page County Public Schools. Your service and dedication are most admirable.

Tell Me Something Good-- Monica Hinegardner (Principal) and Corey Harlow (Assistant Principal) -- Shenandoah Elementary School "Mrs. Hinegardner & Mr. Harlow always go above and beyond for all of the students and staff here at SES. They always come to work with a smile on their face ready to take on the day. They make a great team and are amazing at what they do. We are SO happy to have them here with us at SES. "--anonymous Thank you, Mrs. Hinegardner and Mr. Harlow, for all you do for Shenandoah Elementary School and for Page County Public Schools. You two make a great team!

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Here we go again today! Tell Me Something Good! Ms. Kendra Piscitelli- Page County Middle School -Music Ms. Piscitelli has received NUMEROUS shout-outs in our initiative. 1)" Mrs. P goes above and beyond to help her students feel love and support. Her dedication to the music program is amazing, often working late nights and weekends to get things done and organized. Thanks for always making your students feel like they matter and spreading kindness!" --anonymous 2) "Mrs. Piscitelli is a truly kindred spirit. She is one of the sweetest teachers I've ever had. She's one of the accepting and understanding person I know. She works hard at what she does and really shows her passion for music and all of her students. She really makes music fun. ❤️ 🎶 " 3) "Mrs. Piscitelli introduced my son to music and has been a constant inspiration to not only him but his classmates as well. She helped him find an outlet for his creativity and has pushed him to learn so many cool things in music. Thanks to Mrs. Piscitelli for being a great teacher, mentor and just in general amazing person! Keep being awesome! "

Today is RANDOM ACT OF KINDNESS DAY. Page County Public Schools is celebrating not just today, but all month long, with our Kindness Initiative and TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD. The response has been overwhelming . Remember, if you want to share some words of kindness for an employee, fill out the Google Form https://forms.gle/6hTsyDnwzL5ad99p9 and we will give them a shout out on social media. Thanks, And spread some kindness today!

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Tell Me Something Good! Next up today, we have Ms. Emily Deamond --Music PCHS Ms. Deamond also has received multiple shout-outs for being so awesome. 1) "I am speaking on behalf of all Ms. Deamond's students. Ms. Deamond is amazing. She makes an effort to make all her students feel welcome and accepted. She works extremely hard as well. She is the director of the Marching Panthers and puts on a musical every year, if possible. Her efforts do not go unnoticed, as she has made a home away from home for her students out of the band room. She absolutely deserves a shout out."-- students of Ms. Deamond 2)"Emily goes above and beyond to provide her students with kindness and support. Her dedication to the music program is unwavering, often working on nights and weekends! She is organized and has open communication with students and parents. Thanks for your hard work!" 3) "She devotes so much time to the music Program at PCHS, and cares about what she does. She makes an impact on every student she teaches." --Landry Burns 4) "She has helped me be a better clarinetist even when I don't want to be."- anonymous 5) "She has always given me support and guidance as I learn a new instrument. She puts a lot of work into extra curricular activities for our school and makes them very enjoyable for her students. " -- anonymous 6) "Ms Deamond is always very supportive and helpful in every way she can be. All of her students look up to her as a good role model and she brings out everyone’s interests and talents." --anonymous 7) "She is a positive influence and always wants the best for each and every one of her students."-- Bradley Zimmerman Thank you Ms. Deamond for all you do for Page County Public Schools. You sure are loved!

Tell Me Something Good! Sarah Getz--History Teacher/Asst. Girls Basketball Coach--Luray High School"" "Ms. Getz is an amazing teacher and coach. She goes above and beyond for her students and basketball girls. She creates lessons that are engaging & challenges her students to think at higher levels. She supports students social and emotional needs. Ms. Getz connects with her students and makes them all feel loved and heard. Kuddos to her!" --anonymous Thank you, Ms. Getz, for supporting our not only the academic needs of our students, but also their social and emotional needs. You are greatly appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good- Ms. Beth Krall--2nd grade teacher--Luray Elementary School 1) "Ms. Krall has been such an amazing, helpful teacher with our daughter. When our daughter is struggling with understanding something she’s always taken the time out to help her." --anonymous 2) "She is simply awesome! Respectful of each little second graders needs and gets phenomenal results as a result of this knowledge!! She has had two of my grandchildren and has done wonderful things with both of them!!" --Tandy Braid Thank you, Ms. Krall, for being so helpful and respectful to your students. You are appreciated!

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Coleen Manzano --2nd grade Teacher--Shenandoah Elementary School "Mrs. Manzano goes above and beyond for all her students. She had one of my older kids for 1st grade and he was having a lot of difficulty and she communicated with me and together we worked to figure out how to best help him. It took all school year and multiple different ideas, but she never gave up on him. Then she had another of my kids for 1st grade and now again in 2nd grade and while he can be difficult she has the patience of a Saint and again, she communicates with me and we work together to figure out the best way to help him. I know she's like that with all her students. They are all treated as if they were her own. I can never thank her enough for how she's been with my kids in the 3 years they've had her. I only wish she'd keep moving up in grades so my youngest could keep having her."--Jackie Staples Thank you, Ms. Manzano, for never giving up on our students, and for always looking for a new/better way to reach them. What you do is invaluable. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Lisa Dinges--Teaching Assistant--Shenandoah Elementary School "Ms. Dinges is an amazing assistant to all the littles she works with. She goes above and beyond for all her students. She has had such a positive effect on my son who adores her and she has made his school year so special. Thank you, Ms. Dinges, for all you do."-- Kelly Turner

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Kristen Caton--PE/Health Teacher --Luray High School 1) "This teacher is so nice and helpful to everyone. She respects everyone and is so kind. She is so sweet and just an all around good person!" --Annah Whitmer 2) "She always helps me with anything I need. She cares so much about people and how they feel. I’m always able to talk to about anything I need. She’s a really great person!!" Thank you, Ms. Caton, for always being there for your students. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- We will call them as they were identified LOL --"The Circle Ladies" at Luray Elementary School. "I would just like to say Thank you to all the wonderful ladies that man the circle pick up and drop off line. They are out there sweating and freezing and they always have a smile and a wave and a sweet greeting for each kid. Thank you all!" --anonymous Thank you ladies for all you do each day with a smile on your faces. Those smiles mean the world to our students!